Ben Parkes and Andi Thanoj battle for the ball - Thanoj was an impressive figure in Harrogate Town's midfield in the first half (Photo: Craig Dinsdale)

The left-back has yet to earn a contract for next season but had a fear factor in his crusades forward in the second half. Two Knaresborough players lost out in half-hearted tackles against Swain who looked on a mission to show his worth. Final delivery lacked quality but the aggresion to his play will have been noted.

3) CROOK TRANSFER CONCERN?

Simon Weaver is clearly planning for life after Peter Crook. He has been watched by several scouts and the phone lines continue to ring over his services. Trialist Lloyd Allinson was assured in the second half and made a splendid save so could be on the radar if a big club comes calling for the number one.

With a full pre-season to prepare this year, Paul Stansfield has time to get Knaresborough ready for a play-off tilt. His side looked organised and promisingly maintained their shape despite nine changes at the break. Weaver has so many options available to him that picking a squad of 16 will be hard let alone a starting 11.

5) HEATH LEANER AND KEENER

The former Manchester United youth team player brings an X Factor to Knaresborough’s strike-force and goals are guaranteed if he keeps his cool and fitness. Stansfield won’t settle for any nonsense and the striker has already lost a stone in returning to Manse Lane. A fully-fit Heath spells danger for ’Boro’s opponents.